Since the late 19th century, the engineering professions have done a masterful job of ameliorating filth and spread of disease in our cities, including the provision of safe water supply, sanitary disposal of human waste and refuge, and public ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural ResourcesThere are numerous instances where pruning is necessary to promote a tree’s health, provide clearance for sidewalks/roads, reduce hazards to people and property, and train and shape a young tree. Pruning cuts also create potential entry points ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources
As you work in your garden or wander your landscape, be on the lookout for pests and potential problems. Start learning what’s normal and what may seem abnormal. When in doubt, contact your local Extension office for help with gardening questions. For ... READ MORE
Category: , Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Most pesticide applicator licenses in Florida will require passing two exams at least, depending on the specific intended pesticide application and site of application. A) Private Applicator You need a private pesticide applicator agricultural ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Hope you are interested in attending our 1st Recycle Your Yard and Recycled Yard Art program, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 10-11 am via Zoom. Not only will you learn what you can recycle into and from your landscape, each household will receive ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Are you ready to try a new technology that could conserve water and save money at no cost to you? The UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County is seeking study participants for installation of new irrigation technology. Soil moisture ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Water
Following a major storm, our backyards, and communities can be quickly changed. Homes and buildings may be damaged or destroyed. Power lines will be down and trees broken and torn. In the wake such change people, and entire neighborhoods may ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Home LandscapesFollowing a hurricane or other strong storm you may need to assess structural damage to property caused by a storm. You may also want to calculate the financial loss of damage to trees and other landscaping. The value of damaged trees can be ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Home LandscapesDamage to trees increases with increasing wind storm speeds. But, not all trees withstand winds to the same degree. Some trees are better choices than others in hurricane prone coastal landscapes. Since Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural ResourcesSeemingly large healthy branches can occasionally and suddenly drop off mature trees during calm summer weather. The unexpected fall of a large limb is unnerving and can make us start to feel uneasy about the tree. After all, the once venerable ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources